Contest #1: We Have a Winner!

Thank you to everyone who participated in our first contest. I know it’s hard to see, but I entered all participants into an Excel file once for every point they earned. Then I numbered them, and had a random number generated by www.random.org.  

Our winner is Jacque Bruce! She will be contacted by the sponsor and recieve $100 in skincare products!

Stay tuned for more contests headed your way!

Lighted Glass Block

Here’s a very basic overview of how to make those lighted glass blocks that are showing up everywhere. Read more

DIY Cupcake Stand

Here’s a great project for all you crafty brides with crafty husbands-to-be!! Design your own cupcake stand – I promise it will be a big hit!

FINALLY! After many, many requests, at long last we have finished the Step-by Step Tutorial with detailed photos on how to make your own Small Cupcake Stand! You can find the PDF instructions here: http://www.artfire.com/modules.php?name=Shop&op=listing&product_id=1579925

 

Don’t have the time or resources to make your own? Now you can order your very own custom made stand! (We also have other sizes available.) This tutorial has become so popular we are currently working on multiple versions for other sizes with much more detail and LOTS more photos, tips & tricks. If you would like to be contacted when these instructions are available, please e-mail me and let me know.

Tracey, a reader who used our tutorial, was nice enough to provide me with a metric version! You can obtain those instructions here. Thanks Tracy! And have a look at her beautiful stand…didn’t they do a fabulous job?!

Materials List

49″ x 97″ x 3/4″ MDF Board (1 sheet)

Cut to size:

32″ x 32″ (2 pieces)

24″ x 24″ (2 pieces)

17″ x 17″ (2 pieces)

12″ x 12″ (2 pieces)

4″ x 2′ PVC (2 pices)

4″ PVC Coupling (4 each)

1/2″ 6′ All Thread Rod (1 piece)

1/2″ Hex Nuts (2 each)

Paint

1/2″ Flat Washer (2 pieces)

6-8 Knobs (to put on the bottom for feet)

2 yards of 44″ or wider fabric

32″ x 40″ Foam Board (1 piece)

Cut to size:

23 1/8″ x 4 1/8″ (2 pieces)

16 1/8″ x 4 1/8″ (2 pieces)

11 1/8″ x 4 1/8″ (2 pieces)

*NOTE: You will need to cut 2 pieces of foam core slightly smaller than the dimensions above so they all fit snug. I re-measure and update when I get a chance.

Have Lowes cut the MDF board, then cut a small circle in the center of each piece. Put the threaded rod through layers of the MDF board and PVC. (Notice that you don’t have to paint the top and bottom of everything, only parts that will show.

Countersink a hole in the top so the threaded rod does not stick out. You can add a nice piece of acrylic, or another board or something on top if you wish but it’s not necessary.

We routered the undersides of the layers so we could slip the panels in and out. You can skip the routering if you don’t intend to change the fabric panels.

Lay out the foam board and cut the fabric a couple inches larger. Wrap the fabric around the panels and adhere with a strong glue. Let dry, then slide into the routered grooves.

Add the knobs at the bottom for feet and you’re ready to go! Keep in mind this thing is somewhat heavy, and large:

You will definitely need a truck to transport it fully assembled. But, it’s easy enough to tear apart and reassemble if necessary.

Please send me photos if you make one and we’ll feature it on our site!!

Contest Closed: Win $100 in Skincare Products!

UPDATED: I am sorry to report that our winner had trouble recieving her item from the sponsor, therefore, all links and advertising for that sponsor have been removed. =( I was really hoping this would be a fun way to cross promote other businesses and give away free things. Too bad the first contest may have ruined it.

NOTE: This contest has been closed early by request of the sponsor. Thank you all for playing! Winner will be announced soon!

SKIN CARE PRODUCTS
Retail Value: $100.00

How to Play

1. Visit the sponsor’s website  Changed by request of sponsor
2. Come back here and leave a nice comment about the sponsor’s site, company, products, etc. Maybe you can tell us about your favorite product shown?
3. You will earn entry points based on different things
4. Entry points will be added up and a winner will be chosen at random at the end of the contest. (Right now let’s see how this goes for the next week…we need lots of comments people so I have a good pool to draw from!)
5. You will be contacted via e-mail and will have 1 week to provide your contact information so your prize can be sent to you, also within one week.

How to Earn Points

• 1 Point for leaving your entry comment on this post
• 1 Point for leaving another entry comment (must a different comment) at my other site The Meckleys, which will run a duplicate post
• 3 Points for posting about this contest on your blog and linking to the current contest’s post (be sure to leave a comment telling me so I know to check)
• 5 Points for putting The Meckleys on your blogroll/linking on your site (again, be sure to leave a comment so I know to check)
• 5 Points for putting elle Z designs on your blogroll/linking on your site (you know the drill…be sure to leave a comment so I know to check)
• 5 Points for putting the sponsor’s link on your blogroll/site (one more time…be sure to leave a comment so I know to check)

Ready…Set…Go!! (And tell all your friends to play!)

 

How to Become a Sponsor

E-mail me with the following information:
Your Name
Business Name
Item you are giving away
Retail value
Photo of the item
How readers can contact you
Special offer or discount for readers

 

 

Obligatory Disclaimer

Contest may end at any time and the rules are subject to change.

So far anyone (except myself of course) can win! Even if you won a previous contest, keep playing!

If the sponsor or winner has any issues completing the transaction please let me know, but note that I cannot be held responsible for any or all issues that may arise; I’m trying to help you all network…let’s keep this nice, clean, and fun!